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  • keylimesoda
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    • Jul 2009
    • 61

    #1

    What are the implication of Madden 21 being a next-gen title (PS5/XBX)?

    Previous-gen CPUs were storage and CPU bound relative to modern consoles/PCs.

    My guess is this means:
    • End of significant loading screens (PC folks with SSDs already enjoy this)
    • More CPU overhead for complex gameplay, especially animations
    • Raytracing likely to be enabled in the game engine


    Anything else? What do you think are likely to be enabled by "next-gen" Madden? I don't think they'll move to a new engine entirely with this generation jump.
  • jerwoods2
    Rookie
    • Jan 2020
    • 14

    #2
    Re: What are the implication of Madden 21 being a next-gen title (PS5/XBX)?

    Originally posted by keylimesoda
    Previous-gen CPUs were storage and CPU bound relative to modern consoles/PCs.

    My guess is this means:
    • End of significant loading screens (PC folks with SSDs already enjoy this)
    • More CPU overhead for complex gameplay, especially animations
    • Raytracing likely to be enabled in the game engine


    Anything else? What do you think are likely to be enabled by "next-gen" Madden? I don't think they'll move to a new engine entirely with this generation jump.
    leap in graphics especially around sidelines

    madden 21 on the ps5 might be a minor jump madden 14 for ps4 was but madden 01 for the ps2 was a HUGE JUMP

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    • ForUntoOblivionSoar∞
      MVP
      • Dec 2009
      • 4682

      #3
      Re: What are the implication of Madden 21 being a next-gen title (PS5/XBX)?

      Originally posted by jerwoods2
      leap in graphics especially around sidelines

      madden 21 on the ps5 might be a minor jump madden 14 for ps4 was but madden 01 for the ps2 was a HUGE JUMP
      There's a diminishing return on graphical improvement. Lighting could still take a big step up though.
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      • xlivelove
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        • Feb 2019
        • 17

        #4
        Re: What are the implication of Madden 21 being a next-gen title (PS5/XBX)?

        I suppose refs would be back on the field, sidelines might have the actual players and their names on jerseys, more varied sideline animations and interactions, maybe crowds more real, would be nice to have the preseason and blowout leave-early crowds too. Seems like presentation around the game would greatly enhance.

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        • Sparkles
          Pro
          • Jul 2011
          • 981

          #5
          Re: What are the implication of Madden 21 being a next-gen title (PS5/XBX)?

          My expectations on graphics:

          - player models
          - jersey physics (sleeves actually being loose)
          - facial and hair details
          - sidelines (more personnel)
          - stadium exteriors and surroundings
          - LIGHTING

          We've seen in NBA 2K, lighting makes a huge difference. I expect there to be location specific lighting and seasonal lighting.
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          • kennylc321
            Pro
            • Aug 2018
            • 928

            #6
            Re: What are the implication of Madden 21 being a next-gen title (PS5/XBX)?

            The implications would be drastic improvement on graphics... actually getting closer to the day where we cannot tell the difference between a real life player and a video game players.

            While we are marveling over graphics, gameplay won't improve fast enough. We will excuse the devs with "it takes time to learn a new system" as we get 2-3 years into the PS5 years. There will still be bugs and glitches... maybe even more.

            This will ESPECIALLY be the case with the first installment. EA will not invest more resources (ie hire new people). They are basically releasing two games in the same year. So if it took a team of 40 people 6 months to make a game, that same team now has to make 2 games in 6 months.

            Good luck with that.

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            • oneamongthefence
              Nothing to see here folks
              • Apr 2009
              • 5683

              #7
              Re: What are the implication of Madden 21 being a next-gen title (PS5/XBX)?

              Big jump in on the field physics. Warping, clipping, and animation jank should mostly be eliminated.

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              • Gambo
                Rookie
                • Apr 2017
                • 266

                #8
                Re: What are the implication of Madden 21 being a next-gen title (PS5/XBX)?

                Originally posted by jerwoods2
                leap in graphics especially around sidelines

                madden 21 on the ps5 might be a minor jump madden 14 for ps4 was but madden 01 for the ps2 was a HUGE JUMP
                Man...I still remember Madden 01 and seeing MESH.

                I would expect sideline detail with real players , perhaps more staff and referees. At least to the level MLB the Show does it.

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                • Americas Team
                  MVP
                  • Jun 2016
                  • 1282

                  #9
                  Re: What are the implication of Madden 21 being a next-gen title (PS5/XBX)?

                  I hope Madden 21 isn't released on next gen they should wait a year. But knowing EA that ain't gone happen.
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                  • TheOncomingStorm
                    Banned
                    • Sep 2012
                    • 437

                    #10
                    Re: What are the implication of Madden 21 being a next-gen title (PS5/XBX)?

                    I expect there to be minimal difference in M20 and M21 on PS5/XSX.

                    Putting aside EA's inherent laziness for a moment, Microsoft made a point a couple weeks back that internally, they aren't developing games as exclusives for next gen. Everything they are making for XSX is designed to also work on XB1.

                    Essentially, they are building their games to be forward compatible. If EA adopts the same philosophy, you can forget about significant improvements over the next couple of years.

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                    • mtmetcalfe
                      Rookie
                      • Jun 2009
                      • 491

                      #11
                      Re: What are the implication of Madden 21 being a next-gen title (PS5/XBX)?

                      I’ve been having this conversation with myself for about 2 months. For me, we can’t get out of this generation fast enough. It’s basically been 2 water generations at this point so I’m dying to hear any news that can make me optimistic for next gen. That being said, I feel next gen will be heavily focused on rey tracing and reduced load times. Those of corse are not bad things but the areas I’d like to see the focus go to will be mostly ignored.

                      The one question in the short term I’m curious about is if next gen will be nothing but a port this year or will we see 2 differently developed games?

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                      • jbd345
                        MVP
                        • Apr 2011
                        • 2437

                        #12
                        Re: What are the implication of Madden 21 being a next-gen title (PS5/XBX)?

                        Not expecting much more than a port. At least for 21. Graphics and lighting will be the extent of the upgrades. Gameplay wise, it’ll be a carbon copy of what’s release on ps4/X1. Not planning on getting sucked in on the cgi trailer they’ll probably release at ea play.

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                        • PhillyPhanatic14
                          MVP
                          • Jun 2015
                          • 4824

                          #13
                          Re: What are the implication of Madden 21 being a next-gen title (PS5/XBX)?

                          I honestly don't expect any real improvements in madden anymore after how they've handled this game in recent years. Here's some realistic expectations:
                          1. More microtransactions
                          2. More focus on MUT and less on CFM
                          3. More kiddy gamemodes like superstar KO
                          4. More empty promises

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                          • faucette56
                            Rookie
                            • Oct 2016
                            • 45

                            #14
                            Re: What are the implication of Madden 21 being a next-gen title (PS5/XBX)?

                            many new maddens on a new generation take steps back that first year

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                            • oneamongthefence
                              Nothing to see here folks
                              • Apr 2009
                              • 5683

                              #15
                              Re: What are the implication of Madden 21 being a next-gen title (PS5/XBX)?

                              They'll find a way to monetize franchise mode. Or they'll introduce a "new" franchise mode that's barebones with a promise that they've laid the groundwork that never gets realized to its potential.

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